U.S. Outrigger Championships -- Catalina Crossing, September 8, 2012, Newport Beach, CA
2012-09-08 | New York, NY, United States
First held in 1959, the Catalina Crossing is the ultimate outrigger-canoe race in California. Teams from all over the state, plus Canada, Hawaii, Guam and Japan, come to compete in the two-day event. Women, junior and coed teams race from Newport Beach to Avalon on Saturday, and men and master coed teams race back on Sunday. Ocean of Hope team members from Lanakila Outrigger Canoe Club raise money through their own fundraising pages each year.

Musculoskeletal Tumor Society, September 20, 2012, Tampa, FL
2012-09-20 - 2012-09-22 | Tampa, FL, United States
The nonprofit MSTS holds its annual meeting for those in the field of orthopedic oncology, many of whom see sarcoma patients. Alliance board member Suzie Siegel will attend.

Casper's Cure
2012-10-20 19:00 - 23:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Sirico’s, 13th Ave and 81st Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
If you missed Cupid’s Cure in 2011, you won’t want to miss Casper’s Cure in 2012. This special evening organized by Christina Moore in honor of her aunt and sarcoma survivor Josephine Schiavo. The event will be at Sirico’s at 13th Avenue and 81st Street in Brooklyn New York, The cost is $75/per person and includes wine and beer, dinner, dancing and lots of exciting raffles, baskets, and 50/50. Children under 10 are $40.00. Please wear Orange, Black, Purple or White. If you would like to be sent a formal invite send an email to christina.moore@wagner.edu.

Cold Hands Paddle
2013-03-03 | Cabrillo Beach, San Pedro, CA, United States
What started as a friendly competition between two lifeguards in the cold waters off Cabrillo Beach has turned into a yearly race that brings paddleboards, SUPs, outrigger canoes, kayaks and surf skis together to compete in a 4-mile course around the breakwall. The event is free, but parking is $7. Ocean of Hope team members will have a table at registration where you can buy T-shirts, gear and raffle tickets for a San Pedro Surf and Sport surfboard or a Joe Bark paddleboard. All proceeds will go to Hand in Hand: The Suzanne Renée Leider Memorial Assistance Fund, which helps sarcoma patients get a second opinion from an expert.
Volunteers will start setting up the table at 7 a.m., and the race starts at 8:30 a.m. There will be food and drink before the race as well as afterward at a reception between 10-11 a.m. The winner of the surfboard will be announced; the paddleboards will be awarded later in the season.

Annual Meeting of the Society of Gynecologic Oncology
2013-03-09 - 2013-03-12 | Los Angeles, CA, United States
Matthew Anderson, MD, PhD, the newest member of the Sarcoma Alliance board, will represent the Alliance at the SGO meeting. The Alliance has had a representative at this annual meeting since 2006. https://www.sgo.org/education/annual-meeting-on-womens-cancer/

Bowling Fundraiser
2013-03-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Granada Bowl, 1620 Railroad Ave, Livermore, CA, 94550, United States
Have a fun-filled evening at the Granada Bowl in Livermore, Calif., in celebration of the memory of Marsha Bowles and for the benefit of the Sarcoma Alliance. The evening will begin with a dessert extravaganza 6-7 p.m., followed by two hours of bowling and a special auction. The cost is $12 per person. For more information or reservations, call Margaret Barrow at (925) 784-6577.

Power of the Ocean
2013-03-23 | Kiwanis Club Hall, 25155 Valley Drive, Hermosa Beach, CA, 90254, United States
Celebrate our Ocean of Hope team, with food and drink from the Kona Brewing Company. “Decade of Dominance,” a film about champion paddleboarder Jamie Mitchell, will be shown.
All proceeds will go to Hand in Hand: the Suzanne R. Leider Memorial Assistance Fund, which gives grants to help cover the costs of getting a second opinion.
Ocean of Hope (O2H) is the Alliance’s largest fundraiser and consists of a series of paddleboard and outrigger-canoe races. http://o2handthepoweroftheocean3.eventbrite.com/?ref=etckt

American Association for Cancer Research
2013-04-06 - 2013-04-10 | Washington, DC, United States
http://www.aacr.org/

Oncology Nursing Society
2013-04-25 - 2013-04-28 | Washington, DC, United States
http://www.ons.org/

American Society of Clinical Oncology
2013-05-31 - 2013-06-04 | Chicago, IL, United States
ASCO‘s annual meeting draws thousands of oncologists from around the world. Arthur Beckert, executive director of the Alliance, will staff an informational booth in the exhibit hall, along with our sister organization, the Sarcoma Foundation of America. He will attend presentations on sarcoma to learn about the latest research and treatments and discuss sarcoma advocacy with representatives of other nonprofits. ASCO’s website has links to previous presentations on sarcoma, for those who would like to learn more.

Sarcoma Alliance for Research through Collaboration
2013-05-31 | Chicago, IL, United States
SARC, a nonprofit consortium of sarcoma physicians who conduct collaborative clinical trials, holds a biannual meeting at ASCO and CTOS each year. Arthur Beckert, executive director of the Alliance, attends to hear the latest on clinical trials and other sarcoma research. SARC’s website also has much useful information. By the way, some people confuse our nonprofit with SARC.

Paddle for Humanity, June 1, 2013, Deerfield Beach, FL
2013-06-01 | Deerfield Beach, FL, United States
Waterman’s Applied Science sponsors Paddle for Humanity, with races across the U.S. http://paddleforhumanity.org/ The Sarcoma Alliance is proud that Waterman’s has chosen us as one of its charity partners. At each race, we can distribute information and sell gear. If paddlers designate us as their favorite charity, we will get 20 percent of their registration fee. Net proceeds from the events also will be divided among the charity partners.
The results of the races will be applied to World Paddle Association (WPA) rankings. But there also will be an event for anyone who wants to try paddleboarding. Read more on the Deerfield Beach event. In addition to paddleboarders who will register for us, the Alliance is looking for volunteers who will staff a table there and at the other events. We want to inform the public and make a welcoming space for anyone whose life has been affected by sarcoma. Read more on our blog.

Association of Oncology Social Work
2013-06-05 - 2013-06-07 | San Diego, CA, United States
AOSW is an international nonprofit “dedicated to the enhancement of psychosocial services to people with cancer and their families.”

Rock 2 Rock Paddleboard + Stand Up Paddling Race, June 16, 2013, Catalina Island, CA
2013-06-16 | New York, NY, United States
Rock 2 Rock is a challenging and fun 22-mile course from the Isthmus on Catalina Island to Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro. The race, started many years ago by Joe Bark, famed paddleboard shaper, continues under the leadership of George Loren. It is a qualifier for the Catalina Classic Paddleboard Marathon. You can race solo or in a team, traditional or stand-up. Awesome goody bags, pre- and post-race meals, a great finish line venue and the much-anticipated Ocean of Hope raffle of a Bark board — all good reasons to attend! $5 from every competitor’s race fee will be donated to the Alliance.

2013 Surftech Jay Moriarity Memorial Paddleboard Race
2013-06-22 | Capitola, CA, United States
Ocean of Hope will have its tent and information on sarcoma at the Jay Race, which starts at New Brighton State Beach and honors the legendary surfer Jay Moriarity.

Paddle for Humanity, June 22, 2013, Minneapolis, MN
2013-06-22 | Unnamed Venue, Minneapolis, CA, United States

Paddle for Humanity, July 20, 2013, Seattle, WA
2013-07-20 08:00 - 17:00

Moloka'i 2 Oahu Paddleboard World Championships
2013-07-28 | Molokai, HI, United States
Both stand-up and traditional paddleboarding champions from around the world will gather in Hawaii to test their athletic ability in the most iconic event in the paddling community. The 32-mile crossing of the Ka’iwi Channel connects the islands of Moloka’i and Oahu. More than 2,300 feet deep, the channel creates a funnel effect that shoots billions of gallons of seawater between the islands each hour. Combine that with trade winds, and the seas can range from 8 to 15 feet on an average day and upwards of 20 feet on an extreme day. The Ocean of Hope will have competitors in the race, as well as an information tent in Honolulu. http://www.molokai2oahu.com/

United States Lifesaving Association National Lifeguard and Junior Lifeguard Championships
2013-08-07 - 2013-08-10 | Manhattan Beach, Manhattan Beacy, CA, United States
This event features individual and team events including swimming, running, board paddling, surfboat rowing and surf ski paddleing. The event draws over 1,000 lifeguards, former lifeguards and junior lifeguards from around the nation. The Sarcoma Alliance will have a tent every day of the event. If you are interested in helping out, let us know.

Catalina Classic Paddleboard Marathon
2013-08-25 | New York, NY, United States
The Ocean of Hope began at the Catalina Classic, with one paddler racing in honor of Sarcoma Alliance founder Suzanne Leider. Since 1999, scores of athletes have paddled the grueling 32 miles from Catalina Island to Manhattan Beach. People who raise $3,000 for the Alliance can have their names, or the name of a loved one, on a paddleboard. Go to Active.com to donate.
O2H will have tents with food, drink, merchandise and raffle tickets for sale on Manhattan Beach. Come out and support our team!
http://catalinaclassicpaddleboardrace.org

Paddle for Humanity, August 31, 2013, Washington, D.C.
2013-08-31 | Washington, D.C. , United States

U.S. Outrigger Championships
2013-09-07 | Avalon, Catalina Island, FL, United States
First held in 1959, the Catalina race is the ultimate outrigger canoe race in California. Teams from all over the state, plus Canada, Hawaii, Guam and Japan, come to compete in the two-day event. Women, junior and coed teams race from Newport Beach to Avalon on Saturday, and men and master coed teams race back on Sunday. Ocean of Hope team members from Lanakila Outrigger Canoe Club raise money through their own fundraising pages each year.
http://www.active.com/donate/OutriggerO2H2013
http://www.lanakilaocc.com
http://www.socaloutrigger.org/race-schedule/

Paddle for Humanity, September 14, 2013, Austin, TX
2013-09-14 | Austin, TX, United States

Paddle for Humanity, September 21, 2013, Newport Beach, CA
2013-09-21 08:00 - 17:00

8th Annual Bob A. Ferretti 5k Walk/Run for Sarcoma
2013-09-29 08:00 - 23:30 | Gloucester Township School, Corner of Blackhorse Pike and Marshall Ave., Blackwood, NJ, United States
At the age of 24 Bob Ferretti fell victim to the deadly disease of leiomyosarcoma on September 21st, 2005. The walk is in memory of Bob and dedicated to fighting the battle against this rare form of cancer. The school is located at the corner of Blackhorse Pike and Marshall Ave in Blackwood, NJ.

7th Annual Putts for Ped
2013-10-04
This year marks the seventy year of Putts for Ped a golf outing in memory of Michael John Pedrick for the benefit of the Sarcoma Alliance. Since its inception in 2007, Putts for Ped has raised 0ver $67,000 for the Sarcoma Alliance. It is a fun filled day beginning with registration 11:00-12:30 AM. Golf begins at 1:00 PM and is followed by a buffet dinner, Chinese auction and raffle. The cost is $100 for a round of golf and dinner; dinner only $25. For more information download the flyer. To register email jnellany@yahoo.com or bweyman@comcast.net

Connective Tissue Oncology Society
2013-10-30 - 2013-11-02 | New York, NY, United States
CTOS is an international nonprofit organization for those who treat and/or research sarcomas. This year, the annual meeting will be in New York City. Arthur Beckert, the Alliance’s executive director, will attend to learn and make connections. At least one board member will attend at his/her own expense.

Carolina Cup, Wrightsville Beach, NC, April 24-27
2014-04-24 - 2014-04-27 | Miami Airport Marriott, 1201 NW Le Jeune Road, Building A, Miami, 33126, United States
The 2014 Carolina Cup kicks off the race season with 4 courses: a kids race, the Harbor Island Recreational “fun” race, an Money Island open race and the dreaded Graveyard Elite Race. This is our forth year. In 2012, the Carolina Cup was the largest race on the East Coast with over 400 paddlers competing in the first day of races. In 2013, we had over 600. We’re also planning a number of really fun events that will make this a true stand up paddle destination event.
http://wrightsvillebeachpaddleclub.com/

Sarcoma Exchange 2020
2020-10-03 - 2020-10-04 | Hyatt Regency LAX, 6225 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90045, United States
The Sarcoma Alliance presented the 3rd Sarcoma Exchange October 3-4, 2020 online. We wanted to keep everyone safe and decided that, due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, we should host the Sarcoma Exchange virtually for 2020.
The Sarcoma Exchange is an educational event for sarcoma patients, survivors, caregivers, loved ones, patient advocates, and medical specialists to exchange information about current therapies and available resources, and develop relationships with others in the sarcoma community.

You may view the video feeds from the 2020 Sarcoma Exchange here.

Below are presentation downloads:
Cancer/Sarcoma 101 – Gina D’Amato, MD
Sarcoma History Lesson – Frederick Eilber, MD
Sarcoma Pathology – Andrew Rosenberg, MD
The Importance of an Expert Opinion – Charles Forscher, MD
Targeted Therapy in Sarcoma – Jonathan Trent, MD, PhD
Clinical Trials In Sarcoma – Robert Maki, MD, PhD
The Use of Chemotherapy in Sarcoma – Robert Benjamin, MD
Surgical Treatment and Quality of Life – William Tseng, MD
Palliative Care – Steven Oppenheim, MD, PAAHPM
Radiation – Behrooz Hakimian, MD
Radiology – Shree R. Venkat, MD
Cancer Support Community – Shannon La Cava, Pys.D.
Imerman Angels – Jackie Herigodt
Sarcoma Alliance – Alyssa O’Driscoll
Nutrition – Diana Torres, MPH, RD, CSO
Roadmap to Resiliency – Arash Asher, MD

During the 2020 Sarcoma Exchange, we received many great questions that were answered live during the event. However, for those we weren’t able to get to during the program the responses are here.

26th Annual Waterman Challenge
2021-07-10 | Swami’s Beach Park, Swami's Beach, Encinitas, California, 92024
Join the Waterman Challenge
A paddleboard race from Swami’s Beach to Windansea Beach
When: July 10, 2021
Where: Swami’s Beach (Encinitas, California) to Windansea Beach (La Jolla, California)

The Waterman Challenge is a challenging 15-mile open ocean course down the coast of San Diego, California from Swami’s to Windansea Beach—the longest continuous running paddleboard race in the world. The race start will consist of a water start outside the surfline at Swami’s Beach Park and the finish will be at the north end of Windansea Beach. This event continues to be a favorite among traditional paddlers with its challenging course and the waterman spirit shared by all of the participants. The Waterman Challenge is brought to you by North County Paddle Events (NCPE). Join the event as a participant or come out to show your support and cheer everyone on!

Race proceeds benefit the Sarcoma Alliance and Just In Time For Foster Youth
Please note that all race participants must pre-register.
Visit the Waterman Challenge’s website for more information about the race and registration.

The Waterman Challenge supports Ocean of Hope, a team of competitive ocean paddlers who race to raise funds and awareness for the Sarcoma Alliance.
